MPs from the Public Accounts Committee have issued a scathing report on England’s Special Educational Needs (Send) system, warning of inequitable access to vital support. They criticize long waiting times, bureaucratic hurdles, and varying outcomes based on location, calling the situation an urgent national failure. The report underscores the need for immediate government action to prevent further financial strain on councils and ensure every child receives necessary Send assistance. Click here to read more.
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